Weekly Packaging Design Wrap-Up: Disposable French press brews coffee in bag, Rolling Stones whiskey rocks Japan, swivel tab keeps debris from cans

Kendall Sinclair

LOS ANGELES , July 27, 2012 (Industry Intelligence Inc.) – Disposable French press brews coffee in bag



All you need is hot water and a mug for brewing ground coffee thanks to Growers Cup’s latest innovation. The Coffeebrewer is a disposable French press that can be brewed straight inside the bag of coffee. The PE-coated paper pouch features two filter compartments that effectively separate the brewed coffee from the grounds. The consumer pours in hot water, allows the pouch to brew for five to eight minutes, and then pulls the upper tab to form a pour spout and serve. Each bag produces half a liter of coffee and is completely mobile without any need for machines or coffee-systems.

The primary source of this information is Growers Cup, Middelfart, Denmark.


Swing tab doubles as closure for beverage cans



A first-time designer has improved upon the traditional can tab by developing one that doubles as a closure to avoid spills, keep out debris and insects, and protect children from cutting their fingers. Canadian Steve Archambault gave the tab a swinging ability so consumers could swivel it to cover the opening in the can as a non-watertight closure. Archambault also said that the slight curve of the tab makes the can easier to open for people such as senior citizens and women who don’t want to damage their nails.

The primary source of this information is BeverageDaily.com, Montpellier, France.


Rolling Stones' whiskey mouths off with limited edition



Japan’s Suntory Liquors is about to launch a limited-edition blended whiskey that will come in a bottle shaped in the Rolling Stones' familiar tongue and lip design. Sunctory is to sell the whiskey in honor of the Rolling Stones’ 50th anniversary and as part of a larger merchandising deal recently signed with the band. Only 150 bottles were made and will be priced at 500,000 yen ($6,300).

The primary source of this information is the Asahi Shimbun, Osaka, Japan.


Paper-scented perfume packed in pages



German publisher Steidl and fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld have created a package that lets consumers turn the pages to uncover a “perfume for booklovers.” For their new book-scented fragrance called Paper Passion, the glass bottle is nestled within the cutout pages of a hardcover book and accompanied by text from the designers. The perfume is based on the smell of a freshly printed page, what Lagerfeld describes as “the best scent in the world.”

The primary source of this information is Steidl, Göttingen, Germany.


Sephora makeup refills reduce pack waste



The sustainable Sephora packaging concept uses replacement cartridges to reduce container waste of makeup products. The line features reusable container shells and slip-in refills to extend the life of the packaging. Student designer Caroline Hill maintained the existing brand image while incorporating the refill capability, and designed a see-through section at the top of each container to display the color of each refill.

The primary source of this information is The Dieline, Los Angeles, California.

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